GMT engineers and builds custom carbon composite parts for a huge range of applications. From robotic parts, to precise machined parts used in manufacturing, carbon composites allow us to build lightweight yet very stiff parts to extremely accurate tolerances. Carbon composite parts have minimal deflection due to the dimensional stability of carbon through a wide range of temperatures and humidity, making them well suited for a variety of manufacturing processes and environments.

Strong lightweight carbon parts can offer a number of benefits; by replacing heavy steel rollers on a paper cutting machine with carbon rollers, GMT was able to lower the inertia involved, allowing the machine to cut shorter pieces at a more rapid rate. GMT has a proven track record of repeat customers, and our custom carbon parts have helped improve the bottom line in many ways. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how our engineering and use of carbon fiber may prove to be an excellent solution for you.

Example Projects

end effectors

The effectors at the end of a robotic arm have to be light so that the arm can be accelerated quickly, and stiff so they do not vibrate or hit parts being produced. Effectors made from carbon/epoxy can often be used to upgrade a robotic production system. The composite parts allow the unit to operate at higher throughputs, reducing production costs. The carbon robotic end effectors shown here feature channels and perfect tip alignment for fiber optic cables and sensors.

Large Industrial products

GMT has up to 200’ of shop space for building carbon sailboat masts and our facility is well suited for fabricating long composite structures. With a 65’ oven and a huge variety of existing tooling, GMT Composites can build carbon composite parts for a wide range of industrial uses from marine, to machining, farming, construction, and everything in between.

prototypes

GMT welcomes orders in quantities as small as a single unit, so we are always receptive and a good resource for building prototypes. To maintain confidentiality, which is usually an essential in prototyping, we do not identify our prototype clients or their projects, but can state that these range from processing equipment and medical devices to competitive sports equipment as well as military components and field gear.

Our engineering competence, manufacturing skill, and quality assurance with carbon composites are key factors in support of your decision to bring prototyping projects to us for further discussion and quotation.